Outstanding schools in Dubai
Dubai English Speaking School vs Jumeirah College
Both top-rated, so the real difference is in the fees, curriculum and facilities, laid out side by side below.
Dubai English Speaking School vs Jumeirah College at a glance
- Dubai English Speaking School publishes annual fees from AED 43,084 to AED 53,320, against AED 78,946 to AED 98,681 at Jumeirah College, which works out roughly 46% below Jumeirah College across the fee range.
- Both teach the British curriculum.
- Dubai English Speaking School starts younger, admitting from age 3 against age 11 at Jumeirah College.
- Dubai English Speaking School is the longer-established of the two, founded in 1963, with Jumeirah College following in 1999.
- Location wise, Dubai English Speaking School sits in Oud Metha and Jumeirah College in Al Safa, so the school run may decide it.
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| Dubai English Speaking School | Jumeirah College | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Oud Metha, Dubai | Al Safa, Dubai |
| Curriculum | British | British |
| Inspection rating | Outstanding (KHDA) | Outstanding (KHDA) |
| Tuition (per year) | AED 43,084 - 53,320 /yr | AED 78,946 - 98,681 /yr |
| Ages / years | 3 - 11 years | 11 - 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed | Mixed |
| Established | 1963 | 1999 |
| Facilities | 16 listed | 20 listed |
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